I have often observed that extremely violent noise and activity go with good-fellowship and heightened spirits.

“Stephen nodded. 'Tell me,' he said, in a low voice, some moments later. 'Were I…”

“West was the only officer on the quarterdeck, and it so happened that the party…”

“Why, sir," said he, looking about him, "what splendour I see: gold lace, breech…”

“I am in favour of leaving people alone, however imperfect their polity may seem…”